§ Mr. Martyn JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Energy if the Central Electricity Generating Board has any 157W plans to reschedule the natural circulation test at Trawsfynydd nuclear power station that was cancelled due to public concern; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Michael SpicerI understand from the Central Electricity Generating Board that it has no immediate plans to carry out a natural circulation test at Trawsfynydd nuclear power station. However, if the board should decide to undertake such a test it will publicise its plans in advance. No test can go ahead unless the Health and Safety Executive's nuclear installations inspectorate is satisfied that it is safe.